Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Bloomington, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $355,506 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $33,774 and the largest $71,101. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$355,506
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$33,774
- Largest grant$71,101
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $298,480 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $317,945 | 8 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $298,480 | 8 | $7.4 million |
| 2025 | $355,506 | 8 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $241,745 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $71,101 |
| Missouri | 1 | $24,885 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $17,775 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | General purpose of organization | $71,101 |
| Wesley Um Church of Macomb | General purpose of organization | $71,101 |
| Western Il University | General purpose of organization | $71,101 |
| Chaddock | General purpose of organization | $35,551 |
| The Salvation Army | General purpose of organization | $31,996 |
| YMCA of McDonough County | General purpose of organization | $31,996 |
| College of the Ozarks | General purpose of organization | $24,885 |
| American Red Cross | General purpose of organization | $17,775 |
Officers and trustees
- Country Trust Bank
Questions people ask
Does Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger Charitable Trust give?
$355,506 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $33,774.
Who runs Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Country Trust Bank (Trustee).
What does Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.